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Sony PMW-EX3 Operating Instructions Manual

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3-878-038-15(1)
Solid-State Memory
Camcorder
PMW-EX3
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retan it for future reference.
Printed in Japan
© 2008 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 3-878-038-15(1) Solid-State Memory Camcorder PMW-EX3 Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retan it for future reference. Printed in Japan © 2008 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 Part 15 of the FCC Rules. (controlled EMC environment, ex. TV studio) These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful The manufacturer of this product is Sony interference when the equipment is operated Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, in a commercial environment. This 108-0075 Japan.
  • Page 3 —Substitua apenas por uma bateria do fogo, desmontadas ou recarregadas. mesmo tipo ou equivalente recomendada pela Sony. Evite misturar com pilhas de outro tipo ou com pilhas usadas, transportá-las ou...
  • Page 4 Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony l’appareil. En cas de problème lors du Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, fonctionnement de l’appareil, enclencher le 108-0075 Japon.
  • Page 5 E3 (Stadtbereich im Freien) und E4 Wartungsarbeiten stets nur qualifiziertem (kontrollierter EMV-Bereich, z.B. Fachpersonal. Fernsehstudio). WARNUNG Der Hersteller dieses Produkts ist Sony Beim Einbau des Geräts ist daher im Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Festkabel ein leicht zugänglicher 108-0075 Japan. Unterbrecher einzufügen, oder der Der autorisierte Repräsentant für EMV und...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Overview Package Configuration ............12 Features ..................13 Using the CD-ROM ..............16 Reading the CD-ROM Manuals ..........16 Parts Identifications ..............17 Camcorder ..............17 Zoom Lens VCL-614B2X (Supplied) ......22 IR Remote Commander (Supplied) ......23 On-Screen Indications ............
  • Page 7 Restoring an SxS Memory Card ........45 Using an External Hard Disk ..........47 Connecting/Removing the PHU-220R ......47 Formatting the PHU-220R ........... 48 Checking the Remaining Time Available for Recording ............... 48 Restoring the PHU-220R ..........48 Using an Media Adaptor ............49 XQD Memory Cards ............
  • Page 8 Adjusting in MF Mode ..........66 Adjusting in AF Mode ..........67 Using Macro Mode ............68 Eliminating Picture Blurring (Steady Shot) ......68 Reducing Flicker ..............69 Setting the Time Data ............. 70 Running Modes of the Timecode ......... 70 Setting the Timecode ............
  • Page 9 Copying the Settings of a Picture Profile ..... 90 Resetting a Picture Profile ..........90 Picture Profile Items ............. 92 Deleting Clips ................96 Deleting the Last Recorded Clip ........96 Deleting All Clips ............96 Storing/Retrieving the Setting Data ........97 Storing the Setup File ...........
  • Page 10 Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings Overview of the Setup Menus ..........115 Setup Menu Configuration ......... 115 Setup Menu Layers ............ 115 Basic Menu Operations ............116 Setup Menu List ..............119 CAMERA SET Menu ..........119 AUDIO SET Menu ............ 123 VIDEO SET Menu .............
  • Page 11 Recording/Playback ........... 156 External Devices ............157 Error/Warning Indications ..........158 Error Indications ............158 Warning Indications ........... 158 MPEG-2 Video Patent Portfolio License ......160 Specifications ................. 160 General ............... 160 Camera Block ............. 161 Audio Block ............... 161 Viewfinder ..............

  • Page 12: Overview

    Overview Package Configuration Make sure you have following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. USB cable (1) VCL-614B2X exclusive standard zoom lens Component video cable (1) BP-U30 battery pack (1) It is attached to the camcorder at the factory.

  • Page 13: Features

    SxS Device Driver Software End-User data. License Agreement (1) Selectable bit rates The PMW-EX3 offers a choice of bit rates: either 35 Mbps (HQ mode) or 25 Mbps (SP mode), depending on the desired picture quality and recording time. Long recording time...
  • Page 14 Newly developed lens mount 1080 resolutions. Frame rate is also selectable from interlace and progressive (59.94i, 50i, The PMW-EX3 employs a new lens mount (1/2- 29.97P, 25P, and native 23.98P). In addition, inch EX Mount) of superior optical 59.94P and 50P progressive recording is available characteristics in a compact size, which permits in 1280 ×...
  • Page 15 CineAlta, and Remote Commander are trademarks of for pre-determined frame are recorded each time Sony Corporation. the record button is pressed. HDV is a trademark of Sony Corporation and Victor Shutter-angle settings Company of Japan, Limited. In addition to the electric shutter speed controls, the PMW-EX3 also has a “shutter angle”...

  • Page 16: Using The Cd-Rom

    URL mentioned in “Preparations” above. Note If you have lost or damaged the CD-ROM, you can purchase a new one to replace it. Contact your Sony service representative. Using the CD-ROM / Reading the CD-ROM Manuals...

  • Page 17: Parts Identifications

    Parts Identifications Camcorder Operation panel on the handle(page 19) 1 6 :9 W ID E S C R E E Rear connector panel O FF (page 19) FU LL AU TO FR A M G AI N W H IT E BA BA RS /C AM...
  • Page 18 Viewfinder control B R IG A S T N T R panel (page 21) Z E B K IN P E A T IN Y /B AT P LA D IS IM A R O R M IR O F F Upper operation panel (page 20) CH -1...
  • Page 19 Operation panel on the handle Rear connector panel The connectors are located under the respective caps. MONITOR THUMBNAIL SEL/SET CANCEL SDI OUT F REV PLAY/PAUSE F FWD PREV STOP NEXT GENLOCK IN START/STOP TC IN HOLD REMOTE TC OUT MONITOR VOL (volume) buttons (page 73, page 101) i.LINK (HDV) connector (4-pin, S400 THUMBNAIL button (page 99)
  • Page 20 AUDIO IN (audio input selection) WHITE BAL (white balance memory) switches (page 72) switch (page 55) GAIN switch (page 59) Front lower operation block CANCEL button (page 116) SEL/SET (selection/set) dial (Jog dial) (page 116) It functions accordingly when you turn it up or down, or you push it horizontally.
  • Page 21 SHOT TRANSITION operation block When attaching to a tripod (page 83) Use the supplied bottom plate to stabilize the camcorder. Remove two screws from the TC/U-BIT/DURATION (time data bottom of the camcorder and attach the selection) button (page 71, page 100) bottom plate using the two supplied screws (M2×6).

  • Page 22: Zoom Lens Vcl-614B2X (Supplied)

    To reattach the hood, align the marks on the Zoom Lens VCL-614B2X hood with those on the camcorder, turn it in the (Supplied) opposite direction from that when you removed it, then tighten the fixing screw. Lens control block (page 22) Lens control block FULL OF F...

  • Page 23: Ir Remote Commander (Supplied)

    REC REVIEW button (page 75) Note EXPANDED FOCUS button (page 66) The SUB CLIP button does not function with this camcorder. Servo zoom lever (page 64) When you use the remote commander, see “Using the IRIS button (page 63) IR Remote Commander” on page 40. IR Remote Commander (Supplied) The buttons without remarks can be used in the same manner as the corresponding buttons on the...

  • Page 24: On-Screen Indications

    On-Screen Indications Indications in Camera Mode Remarks When this unit is in Camera mode (mode for [M]: The indication of the items named with this recording), pressing the DISPLAY/BATT INFO button displays the statuses and settings of this suffix can be independently turned on/off unit in the viewfinder.

  • Page 25: Direct Menu Operation

    Media remaining indication [M] (page 45) Direct Menu Operation Zoom position indication [M] (page 63) Lens extender indication The settings of the items named with a suffix [D] (available only when a lens extender is used) can be changed using the Direct menu on the screen.
  • Page 26 TLCS 7 On ∗ 1 1.5 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 ATW 4300K PPOFF ND1 ++ F1.9 18dB SHT:1/2000 Tilt the joystick or rotate the jog dial to set the cursor to the item to be operated then press the joystick or the jog dial.

  • Page 27: Preparations

    Replace the battery pack with the BP-U30 or BP-U60, or connect a For safety, use only the Sony battery packs and power to the DC IN connector after removing the AC adaptor listed below: battery pack.

  • Page 28: Using Ac Power (Dc In Power)

    Icon Remaining If the battery charge remaining becomes 70% to 51% 50% to 31% If the battery charge remaining decreases to a certain level during operation (Low BATT 30% to 11% status), a low-battery message, flashing of the 10% to 0% tally lamps, and a beep sound will warn you.

  • Page 29: Turning Power On

    Connect the power cord supplied with Turning Power Off the BC-U1/U2 to the AC input connector of the BC-U1/U2 then to an Set the power switch to the OFF position. AC power source. Notes Set the mode switch of the BC-U1/U2 to •...

  • Page 30: Setting The Clock

    Setting the Clock INITIAL SETTING Time Zone: UTC +09:00 TOKYO Date / Time: 2009/01/01 00:00:00 SET 2008/01/01 00:00:00 SET F i n i sh When you turn the camcorder on for the first time Tilt the joystick or turn the jog dial to after purchasing or replacing the backup battery set the year then press the joystick or (page 154), the Initial Setting display appears in...

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Viewfinder

    operator so that the operator can view the image clearly in the eyepiece. Adjusting the Viewfinder Eyepiece focusing ring You can adjust the angle and the display conditions of the viewfinder for best viewing in 1 6 :9 W ID E S C R E E various shooting situations.
  • Page 32 Press the MENU button to set the camcorder to Menu mode. Select (VF SET menu) then “VF” from the menu, and adjust “Color.” VF SET Color Peaking Mode : Color Marker Full STEADY LENS INFO BRT DISP HISTOGRAM Zebra SHOT 00:00 ASSIGN IRIS...
  • Page 33 PEAKING CONTRAST BRIGHT MIRROR MIRROR IMAGE DISPLAY/BATT INFO ZEBRA IMAGE switch BR IG NT RA IN G ZE BR PE AK INF O /BA TT PL AY IM AG MI RR OF F PE AK IN G CO NT RA ST BR IG MI RR OR IM...

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Lens

    Detach the eyepiece by horizontally sliding it. The supplied VCL-614B2X and the optional XS8X4AS-XB8 (see page 35) specially designed for the PMW-EX3 are called “exclusive lenses” in this manual. Caution Do not leave the camcorder with the lens facing the sun. Direct sunlight can enter through the lens, be focused in the camcorder, and cause fire.

  • Page 35: Replacing The Lens

    Replacing the Lens In addition to the supplied VCL-614B2X standard zoom lens, a wide zoom lens exclusively for the PMW-EX3 is available as an option. Optional exclusive lens Fujinon XS8X4AS-XB8: 1/2-inch EX Mount lens approx.
  • Page 36 Return the lens mount stopper switch to mount lever upward until it stops. the LOCK position. Pull the lens forward to remove. Attaching a Sony 1/2-inch Bayonet Mount Notes lens • When another lens is not immediately attached, Use the lens adaptor supplied with the camcorder.

  • Page 37: Retrieving The Lens File

    W HT BA L LENS VCL-614B2X Auto FB ADJ Lens ID XS8X4AS- XB8 Sony 1/2-inch Bayonet F i l e Recal l User_F i l e Mount lens (optional) F l a r e St ore User_F i l e...

  • Page 38: Adjusting The Grip

    Adjusting the Grip Using the Cheek Pad The grip rotates approx. 120 degrees to support a When you operate the camcorder with it on your variety of shooting styles. right shoulder, the cheek pad prevents the control Holding the RELEASE button pressed, slowly parts on the side panel of the camcorder from rotate the grip.
  • Page 39 Insert the cheek pad from the back of the camcorder and secure it with the supplied screws. Supplied screw Align the holes on the bottom of the mount Cable clamp frame of the cheek pad with those of the camcorder. Mount frame of the cheek pad Pole of the...

  • Page 40: Using The Ir Remote Commander

    Using the IR Remote Commander Before use Before you use the supplied IR Remote Commander for the first time, pull out the insulation sheet from the battery holder. C O M C H -2 Insulation sheet IO O C H -1 A U D Accessory screw holes A CR2025 lithium battery is set in the holder at...
  • Page 41 Note WARNING To avoid malfunctions, the remote control Battery may explode if mistreated. function is automatically deactivated when the Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in camcorder is turned off. Activate the function fire. each time when required after you turn the camcorder on.

  • Page 42: Handling Sxs Memory Cards

    These cards comply with the ExpressCard standard. • SxS memory cards to be used with this • SxS, SxS PRO and SxS-1 are trademarks of Sony camcorder must be formatted using the format Corporation. function of this camcorder. If a card is formatted •...

  • Page 43: Inserting/Removing An Sxs Memory Card

    For write protection Inserting an SxS memory card Setting the write-protect switch of the SxS Pull up the cover to release the lock then memory card to “WP” disables you to record, edit open. or delete data. Write-protect switch Note Do not operate the write-protect switch of an SxS memory card while it is set in the camcorder.

  • Page 44: Switching Between Sxs Memory Cards

    Notes Lamp Slot statuses Lights in Accessing the loaded SxS memory card • Data are not guaranteed if the power is turned (writing/reading data) off or a memory card is removed while the card Lights in Standby (ready for recording or is being accessed.

  • Page 45: Checking The Remaining Time Available For Recording

    confirm if formatting is to be executed is Checking the Remaining Time displayed in the viewfinder. Available for Recording Note on formatting Any SxS memory card formatted with a device In Camera mode, you can check the time other than this camcorder cannot be used with the remaining for the SxS memory cards loaded in the camcorder.
  • Page 46 To restore a card To update the managerial file If clips cannot be played back, updating the Select “Execute” by turning the jog dial or managerial file on the card may improve the tilting the joystick then push the dial or situation.

  • Page 47: Using An External Hard Disk

    Using an External Hard Disk You can use an optional PHU-220R Professional Hard Disk Unit with this camcorder. Notes • High-speed playback (page 100) may not be properly achieved with the PHU-220R. • Slow Motion recording by the Slow & Quick Motion recording function (page 80) cannot be made with the PHU-220R.

  • Page 48: Formatting The Phu-220R

    The POWER indicator of the PHU-220R Checking the Remaining Time lights in green. Available for Recording Subsequently, the ACCESS lamp of the camcorder lights in red then changes to green once the unit is ready for use. In Camera mode, the remaining capacity (in minutes) of the PHU-220R connected via a card Disconnecting the PHU connection cable slot is displayed in the viewfinder.

  • Page 49: Using An Media Adaptor

    SDHC card (with MEAD-SD01) to the SxS work with this camcorder. For compatible memory card slot of the camcorder and use it for memory cards, contact your Sony dealer. recording and playback in the same way as with an SxS memory card.
  • Page 50 Make a backup of the media, then format it using the other device. • “Memory Stick” and trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “XQD” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation. Using an Media Adaptor...

  • Page 51: Recording

    Recording Basic Operation Procedure The operations described in this section assume Basic recording with the exclusive lens can be that you are using the supplied or optional performed with the following procedures: exclusive lens. The displays and menu settings may differ when a non-exclusive lens is used. REC START/STOP Viewfinder REC REVIEW...
  • Page 52 be used, it is recommended to set the lever to the Recording (Full Auto mode) HOLD position to lock the button. Press the FULL AUTO button so that START/STOP the button indicator lights. Full Auto mode is turned on, activating the HOLD TLCS (Total Level Control System) (page REC HOLD lever...

  • Page 53: Selecting The Video Format

    Clip (recording data) and clip name Selecting the Video When you stop recording, video, audio and subsidiary data from the start to end of the Format recording are recorded as a single clip on an SxS memory card. For each clip recorded with this camcorder, a You can select various video formats for clip name of 8 characters (the first four recording/playback using “Video Format”...

  • Page 54: Changing The Format

    Format Indication on this Switching the ND Filters camcorder HQ 1280 × 720 HQ 720/30P 29.97 Progressive HQ 1280 × 720 HQ 720/24P 23.98 Progressive ND filters are available for keeping the aperture With “PAL Area” selected in a proper range. Set the ND filter switch according to the Format Indication on this...

  • Page 55: Adjusting The White Balance

    Adjusting the White FULL AUTO FRAME Balance WHITE BAL switch GAIN WHITE BAL BARS/CAM PRST The white balance must be adjusted to suit to the 16 :9 W ID E SC RE EN color temperature of the light source. You can select the adjustment mode according to the shooting conditions.

  • Page 56: Executing Auto White Balance

    Memory A or Memory If the error message continues to be displayed B mode. after several attempts, consult your Sony service representative. Select the appropriate ND filter according to the lighting condition. Place a white subject under the same...

  • Page 57: Adjusting The Black Balance

    Adjusting the Black Displaying the Markers Balance and Zebra Patterns With this camcorder, the black balance is During recording, various markers and zebra automatically adjusted each time the power is patterns can be inserted into the image in the turned on. You can readjust it, using the menu, viewfinder.

  • Page 58: Displaying The Zebra Patterns

    Example: 95% Displaying the Zebra Patterns 120min STBY TCG 00:00:00:00 A zebra pattern(s) can be inserted to the picture in the viewfinder to check the appropriate luminance level. Factory-set zebras 1 (70%) 2 (100%) When the aspect marker is on, the safety zone marker shows the effective area within the aspect marker.

  • Page 59: Setting The Gain

    VF SET Setting the Gain Peaking Marker Zebra Zebra Select 00:00 D i splay On/O f f Zebra1 Level : 70 You can set the gain of the video amplifier according to the brightness of the subject. Select the setting mode required by the shooting Zebra Select conditions.

  • Page 60: Recording In Agc Mode

    To change Press the MENU button to set the camcorder to Setting the Electronic Menu mode, display the CAMERA SET menu Shutter with , and select “Gain Setup” from the menu. CAMERA SET The electronic shutter of the camcorder permits you to change the shutter speed (the accumulation Au t o BLK Ba l ance time per recording frame).
  • Page 61 shutter speed you specified with “Shutter” of the Frame rate Shutter speed (sec.) CAMERA SET menu. Note 1000 2000 When Auto Shutter mode is ON, the fixed shutter cannot be selected. 1000 2000 Angle (standard angle) mode Set “Mode” to “Angle,” and specify the shutter angle with “Shutter Angle.”...

  • Page 62: Shooting In Ex Slow Shutter Mode

    For details on the Direct menu, see “Direct Menu Operation” on page 25. Adjusting the Iris Shooting in EX Slow Shutter Mode Select “EX Slow Shutter” from the CAMERA Adjust the iris opening according to the SET menu. brightness of the subject. CAMERA SET Auto Iris mode Au t o BLK Ba l ance...

  • Page 63: Adjusting The Iris Manually

    To adjust the target level with the Direct menu The target level can also be selected using the Adjusting the Zoom Direct menu. When you press the DISPLAY/BATT INFO button, the current setting is displayed on the screen. You can adjust the zoom in Manual mode or Power (Servo) mode on the supplied lens.

  • Page 64: Operating The Zoom Manually

    Zoom speed switch ZOOM button Power zoom lever BR IG NT RA IN G ZE BR PE AK INF O /BA TT PL AY IM AG MI RR OF F START/STOP HOLD CH -1 AU DIO CH -2 OU T CO MP ON EN OU T...

  • Page 65: Adjusting The Focus

    Speed ZOOM button operation Adjusting the Focus switch Zoom changes with the speed set by “High” of “Zoom Speed” of CAMERA SET menu. (Default: 70) Zoom changes with the speed set by You can select any of three modes for focus “Low”...

  • Page 66: Adjusting In Mf Mode

    Peaking When you turn the PEAKING control from its 16 :9 W ID E SC RE EN left-end position, the peaking function is activated. This function emphasizes the contours of the images in the viewfinder, making manual focusing easier. OF F FU LL The emphasis level is increased by turning the AU TO...

  • Page 67: Adjusting In Af Mode

    TLCS 7 On ∗ 1 1.5 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 16 :9 W ID E SC RE EN ATW 4300K PPOFF ND1 ++ F1.9 18dB SHT:1/2000 In MF mode, you can activate/deactivate the MF Assist function with the Direct menu by operating OF F FU LL AU TO...

  • Page 68: Using Macro Mode

    Using Macro Mode Eliminating Picture When you set the MACRO switch to ON in AF or Blurring (Steady Shot) MF mode, Macro mode is activated, permitting you to adjust the focus in a range that includes the micro area. By activating the Steady Shot function of the The Macro mode is invalid in Full MF mode.

  • Page 69: Reducing Flicker

    The recommended “Mode” settings are shown below. Reducing Flicker Flicker Environments Reduce/ Under lighting Under lighting Mode that may cause that does not flicker cause flicker To reduce flicker, try either of the following two Auto Recommended Acceptable methods: Acceptable Not recommended Not recommended Recommended...

  • Page 70: Setting The Time Data

    Setting the Timecode Setting the Time Data Specify the timecode to be recorded with “Timecode” and “TC Format” of the TC/UB SET menu. Time data, such as the timecodes, user bits, and For details on menu operations, see “Basic Menu the clock time, are recorded with pictures.

  • Page 71: Setting The User Bits

    Video Frame TC Format TC/UB SET formats setting Timecode HQ1080/60i 00 to 29 DF/NDF switchable Users B i t Mode : Fix SP 1080/60i (Fixed to DF in Clock TC Format : DF Set t i ng : 2 0 0 7 1 2 0 8 HQ1080/30P mode) 00:00...

  • Page 72: Recording Audio Signals

    Using External Inputs Recording Audio Signals Set the AUDIO IN switches CH-1 and CH-2 to EXT. Connect external audio sources to the Two channels (CH-1/CH-2) of audio can be AUDIO IN connectors CH-1 and CH-2. recorded (Linear PCM recording) in synchronization with video recording.

  • Page 73: Adjusting The Audio Recording Levels

    The value is set to 0 dB when the control is set to 5. Setting to 10 maximizes the level (+12 dB) and ∞ T IN Y /B AT P LA D IS setting to 0 minimizes it (– IM A R O R M IR O F F...

  • Page 74: Outputting The Color Bars And Reference Tone

    • The color bar mode cannot be selected in Slow & Quick Motion mode and EX Slow Shutter Outputting the Color mode. Bars and Reference Tone The camcorder can output a color-bar signal in place of the camera picture. A 1-kHz reference tone is output with the color bar signal if “1kHz Tone”...

  • Page 75: Recording Shot Marks

    Recording Shot Marks Rec Review When you record shot marks for important scenes You can review the last recorded clip on the as subsidiary data, you can access the marked screen (Rec Review). points easily on a Shot Mark screen, which only Use the REC REVIEW button on the supplied displays scenes with shot marks only.

  • Page 76: Changing Functions Of The Assignable Buttons

    • If the video format is changed after recording, Rec Review cannot be performed. Changing Functions of • The Setup and PICTURE PROFILE menus the Assignable Buttons cannot be operated during Rec Review. The camcorder has four assignable buttons to which you can assign various functions for convenience.

  • Page 77: Interval Recording

    OTHERS Interval Recording A l l Reset Camera Data Time Zone : UTC +09:00 <1> : F reeze Mix Clock Set Language : Eng l i sh <2> : Shot Mark1 00:00 <3> : Shot Mark 2 Ass i gn But ton <4>...

  • Page 78: Performing Interval Recording

    For details on menu operations, see “Basic Menu • The Freeze Mix function and Rec Review Operations” on page 116. function cannot be used in Interval Recording mode. Select “Interval Rec” of the CAMERA • The timecode is recorded in Rec Run mode SET menu.

  • Page 79: Frame Recording

    The camcorder enters Frame Recording mode. Frame Recording When the special recording mode indication on the screen is active, “Frame Rec” flashes on the screen. Select the “Number of Frames” value The Frame Recording function is especially for one recording session. effective for clay animation recording.

  • Page 80: Slow & Quick Motion Recording

    • Some extra frames may be recorded if you stop recording or switch the card slot while Slow & Quick Motion recording is paused in Frame Rec mode. Recording Stopping Frame Recording Set “Setting” of “Frame Rec” of the When an HQ Progressive (P) video format is CAMERA SET menu to “Off.”...

  • Page 81: Preparatory Settings

    Setting the recording frame rate with the Preparatory Settings Direct menu Before starting Slow & Quick Motion recording, When the special recording mode indication on make the necessary settings in advance. the screen is active, you can change the recording frame rate with the Direct menu by operating the joystick or the jog dial.

  • Page 82: Freeze Mix: Image Alignment

    • The Freeze Mix function cannot be used if the recording video format is SP 1080/24P. Freeze Mix: Image • The Freeze Mix display cannot be obtained in Alignment Quick & Slow Motion mode or Slow Shutter mode. • You cannot operate the Setup menus and Using the Freeze Mix function, an image (still PICTURE PROFILE menu in Freeze Mix picture) of a recorded clip can be temporarily...

  • Page 83: Shot Transition

    Shot-transition operation buttons and Shot Transition indications For shot-transition operations, use the three TRANSITION operation buttons on the upper panel. The Shot Transition function helps you to easily obtain complex picture effects by registering camera settings or conditions as a “shot” to be A button B button reproduced in a recording sequence.

  • Page 84: Preparatory Settings

    Shot-transition operation area CAMERA SET Au t o BLK Ba l ance Trans Time : 2sec TCG 00:00:00:00 Gain Setup Trans Speed Shu t t e r Time/Speed : Speed Shot Trans i t i on EX Slow Shut t e r Trans Curve : Soft Stop 00:00...

  • Page 85: Recording With A Shot Transition

    When adjustment is finished, press the Setting Contents Shot A or Shot B button. and icon Soft Trans To make the transition slowly at the beginning and end but linearly The camera settings are registered to the pressed in between. button.
  • Page 86 When “Rec Link” is “Shot-A” or “Shot- Making a transition from Shot B to Shot A B,” the camcorder automatically performs When “Rec Link” is set to “Off” or “Shot-A,” a the shot transition to the camera settings registered to Shot A or Shot B, respectively. shot transition from Shot B to Shot A is possible.

  • Page 87: Fader Function

    Fade In Set this to “On” to start recording with fade Fader Function (When you operate the function using an assignable button, it is not necessary to set “Fade In” to “On” with the menu.) Using the Fader function, you can start a Fade In Type recording by fading in a scene or end a recording Select the initial status of the fade-in.

  • Page 88: Starting Recording With A Fade In

    For fading in a scene Note Press the ASSIGN button to which you assigned The Fade In/Fade Out settings automatically the Fader function in STBY (recording standby) return to “Off” when you turn off the camcorder, status. while the Type and Time settings set with the The fade-in function is turned on.

  • Page 89: Picture Profiles

    Registering the Customized Picture Profiles Settings as a Picture Profile You can customize the picture quality, depending on the conditions or circumstances of recording, and store them as a picture profile, enabling the 16 :9 W picture quality to be resumed just by your ID E SC RE EN selecting the picture profile.

  • Page 90: Selecting A Picture Profile

    For details on the setting items, see “Picture TLCS Profile Items” on page 92. 7 On 1 1.5 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 When the settings are completed, press ND1 ++ F1.9 18dB SHT:1/2000 ATW 4300K the PICTURE PROFILE button to exit the menu.
  • Page 91 Select “Execute.” Resetting begins. When resetting ends, the completion message is displayed for three seconds, and the original screen display is restored. Picture Profiles...

  • Page 92: Picture Profile Items

    Picture Profile Items The values when “Off” is selected at “SEL” of the PICTURE PROFILE menu are shown in bold face (example: Standard PICTURE PROFILE SET Items Subitems and setting values Contents Profile Name Profile name Set the profile name in 8 characters at maximum. You can use upper- and lowercase alphabetics, Changing the picture profile numerics 0 to 9, - (hyphen), _ (underscore) and...
  • Page 93 PICTURE PROFILE SET Items Subitems and setting values Contents White Offset White Set to “On” to shift the conversion value for auto On / Off white balance in Memory A or B mode and that for Setting the white balance auto tracing white in ATW mode to a lower color offset and the color temperature or a higher color temperature.
  • Page 94 PICTURE PROFILE SET Items Subitems and setting values Contents Skin Tone Detail Setting Set to “On” to enable the detail level adjustment for On / Off specific color-phase areas. Adjusting the details to be The detail level is uniform over the entire picture applied to the areas of a with the Off setting.
  • Page 95 PICTURE PROFILE SET Items Subitems and setting values Contents Gamma Level Adjust the gamma compensation level. –99 to +99 (±0) Adjusting the gamma compensation level and Select the type of reference curve for gamma Select selecting the gamma curve compensation. STD1 / STD2 / STD3 / STD4 / CINE1 / CINE2 / CINE3 / CINE4...

  • Page 96: Deleting Clips

    Select “Execute” again. Deleting Clips The last recorded clip is deleted from the memory card. For details on menu operations, see “Basic Menu Operations” on page 116. In Camera mode, the Last Clip DEL function for deleting the last recorded clip and the All Clips Deleting All Clips DEL function for deleting all clips from a memory card are available.

  • Page 97: Storing/Retrieving The Setting Data

    Notes Storing/Retrieving the • If a setup file already exists on the memory card you specified in step , a message to confirm Setting Data whether to overwrite the file is displayed. • If there is not sufficient space on the memory card, an error message is displayed.

  • Page 98: Playback

    Playback Playing Back Clips Turning the camcorder on with the power switch You can start playback from the clip selected on set to MEDIA sets it to Media mode, and the clips the thumbnail screen. recorded on the SxS memory card are displayed The playback picture can be seen in the as thumbnails on the screen.

  • Page 99: Playback

    Special recording information Playback If the selected clip was recorded in a special recording mode (S&Q Motion, Interval Rec, or For playback operations, use the playback control Frame Rec), the mode is displayed. buttons on the handle. For a clip recorded in S&Q Motion mode, [recording frame rate/playback frame rate] fps is displayed to the right.
  • Page 100 Press the THUMBNAIL button to return to the Display example (Playback mode): thumbnail screen. Function when tilted up (toward the subject) Notes • The playback picture may be momentarily Function distorted or frozen between clips. The playback Function when tilted control buttons and THUMBNAIL button do when tilted to the right...
  • Page 101 Cueing up Headphone connector To return to the top of the current clip MONITOR VOL Press the PREV button. buttons • When you press the button in normal or fast- forward playback, the top of the current clip is MONITOR VOL cued up then playback begins.
  • Page 102 Press the STOP button. Playback mode is canceled, showing any external input or a blue screen. To display the thumbnail screen, press the THUMBNAIL button. Playing Back Clips...

  • Page 103: Clip Operations

    Clip Operations In Media mode, you can operate the clips or The corresponding Clip Operation menu pops up confirm and change the subsidiary data for clips on the screens as shown below. using the Clip Operation menus. Clip Operation Menus Thumbnail screen (page 104) Still picture in Pause mode (page 104) CANCEL...

  • Page 104: Basic Operations Of The Clip Operation Menus

    Item Function Basic Operations of the Clip SHOT MARK2 To display thumbnails only of the Operation Menus frames with shot mark 2 recorded (page 107) EXPAND CLIP To display the EXPAND CLIP Displaying a Clip Operation menu screen (page 106) for the clip Press the joystick or the jog dial.

  • Page 105: Displaying The Detailed Information Of A Clip

    Displaying the Detailed Information of a Clip When you select “DISP CLIP INFO” from a Clip Operation menu, the CLIP INFO screen appears. 120min CLI P I NFO 0011 / 0300 JPAN0011 ( 1 ) 01 / JAN / 2007 10 : 53 HQ 1080 / 24p S&Q Mot i on 29 / 24f p s TCR 00 : 05 : 00 : 02...

  • Page 106: Copying A Clip

    Select “OK MARK DEL” from the Clip ABCD0002(2) if ABCD0002(1) exists ABCD0005(4) if ABCD0005(3) exists Operation menu. • If parenthetical numbers (1) to (9) already exist The information screen for the selected clip as the result of repeated copying, copying to appears, and a confirmation message is that card cannot be done any more.

  • Page 107: Displaying The Shot Mark Screen

    thumbnail image of the first frame of each block Frame with shot mark 1 added on the screen. This helps you to quickly cue up to a desired Frame with shot mark 2 added scene in a clip of long duration. You can display the EXPAND CLIP screen by The same icons may also be displayed below the selecting the clip on the thumbnail screen or on...

  • Page 108: Adding/Deleting Shot Marks

    The Clip Operation menu pops up. Adding/Deleting Shot Marks Select “SHOT MARK,” “SHOT You can add shot marks to the clips after MARK1,” or “SHOT MARK2.” recording or delete the recorded shot marks. SHOT MARK: To display thumbnails only of the frames marked with shot mark 1 Adding a shot mark in Pause mode and/or shot mark 2 recorded SHOT MARK1: To display thumbnails only...

  • Page 109: Changing The Index Frame

    The Clip Operation menu pops up. Select “DIVIDE CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu. Select the “SHOT MARK1 DEL” or The information screen for the selected frame “SHOT MARK2 DEL” from the Clip appears, and a confirmation message is Operation menu. displayed below the image.

  • Page 110: Status Displays

    Status Displays Showing the Status Screens This camcorder provides status screens of five Canceling the status screen display kinds in Camera mode and four kinds in Media mode, permitting you to check the various Press the STATUS button again. The status settings and statuses of this unit.

  • Page 111: Camera Status Screen

    Note CAMERA Status Screen The display is not available when a non-serial lens is mounted. Zebra: Zebra status Display Contents The settings and statuses related to image This indication becomes “On” if you turn shooting are displayed. zebra on with the ZEBRA button when “1” The CAMERA status screen is obtained only in or “Both”...

  • Page 112: Audio Status Screen

    In Media Mode AUDIO Status Screen AUDIO 1 / 4 CH-3 CH-4 oo -40 0 OVER Information regarding audio signals is displayed. Output CH : CH-3 / CH-4 Headphones : CH-3 / CH-4 The display configuration varies between Camera Speaker : CH-3+CH-4 mode and Media mode.

  • Page 113: Video Status Screen

    VIDEO Status Screen BUTTON/REMOTE Status Screen The information on video formats and settings for The functions assigned to the assignable buttons the COMPONENT OUT, SDI OUT, MONITOR and the status of the IR Remote Commander are OUT, S VIDEO, and i.LINK connectors is displayed.

  • Page 114: Battery/Media Status Screen

    BATTERY/MEDIA Status Screen The information on the battery pack and SxS memory cards is displayed. BATTERY/ MED I A 5 / 5 Ba t t er y Charge Count 55 HDD A HDD B 100% Media A 20min Media B 50min Protected 100% Battery: Battery charge remaining...

  • Page 115: Menu Configuration And Detailed Settings

    Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings Overview of the Setup Menus This camcorder permits you to make various Setup Menu Layers settings for recording and playback with Setup menus in the viewfinder. The Setup menus can also be displayed on an MENU external monitor.

  • Page 116: Basic Menu Operations

    Basic Menu Operations LENS Auto FB ADJ File Flare Shading This section covers basic operations for setting OTHERS All Reset the Setup menu items. Camera Data Time Zone Menu controls Clock Set Language Assign Button Tally Hours Meter IR Remote 16 :9 W ID E SC RE EN...
  • Page 117 The cursor is displayed on the icon of the menu CAMERA SET used last, and the corresponding menu item selection area is displayed to the right. Au t o BLK Ba l ance Gain Setup Example: When the cursor is located at Shu t t e r (CAMERA SET menu icon) EX Slow Shut t e r...
  • Page 118 For an item that requires your confirmation Example When you select an item that you must confirm CAMERA SET before execution in step , the menu display Au t o BLK Ba l ance temporarily disappears, and a confirmation Gain Setup message is displayed.

  • Page 119: Setup Menu List

    Setup Menu List The functions and available settings of menus are listed below. The default settings set at the factory are shown in bold face (example: Speed CAMERA SET Menu CAMERA SET Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Auto BLK Execute/Cancel Select “Execute”...
  • Page 120 CAMERA SET Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Shot Trans Time Set the time it takes to make a shot transition. 2 to 15 sec (4 sec) Transition Setting the Trans Speed Set the speed of the transition. operating 1 to 10 (5) conditions of Shot Time / Speed...
  • Page 121 CAMERA SET Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Interval Rec Setting Turn the Interval Recording function on/off. On / Off Setting the Interval Recording Interval Time Set the interval of recording in Interval Recording. function 1 to 10/15/20/30/40/50 sec 1 to 10/15/20/30/40/50 min 1 to 4/6/12/24 hour Number of Frames...
  • Page 122 CAMERA SET Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents TLCS Level Set the target level (to make brighter or darker) of auto iris +1.0 / +0.5 / ±0 / –0.5 / –1.0 control in TLCS. (This setting also affects the gain control in Setting the Total AGC mode and shutter-speed control in Auto Shutter mode.) Level Control...

  • Page 123: Audio Set Menu

    Valid only when the RM-B750/B150/B170 Remote If the mouted lens does not have Auto Iris function, Control Unit is connected only the gain and shutter are adjusted automatically. AUDIO SET Menu AUDIO SET Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Audio Input TRIM CH-1 Finely adjust the sensitivity of channel 1 of external...

  • Page 124: Video Set Menu

    VIDEO SET Menu VIDEO SET Menu items Setting values Contents YPbPr/SDI Out HD / SD/ Off Select the output signal from the COMPONENT OUT connector and the SDI OUT connector. Select HD: To output the same HD signal as that in recording and Setting the playback component/SDI...

  • Page 125: Vf Set Menu

    VF SET Menu VF SET Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Color Adjust the color of pictures in the viewfinder. –99 to +99 (±0) Setting the viewfinder Mode Select the display mode of the viewfinder. Color / B&W Color: Color mode B&W: Monochrome mode Peaking Type...
  • Page 126 VF SET Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Display On/Off Video Level Warnings Turn the warning indication to be displayed when the picture On / Off is too bright or too dark on/off. Selecting the items to be displayed in Brightness Display Turn the numeric indication to show the picture brightness on/ the viewfinder...

  • Page 127: Tc/Ub Set Menu

    TC/UB SET Menu TC/UB SET Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Timecode Mode Set the timecode mode. Preset / Regen / Clock Preset: To start the timecode from the specified value Setting the Regen (regeneration): To continue the timecode from that of timecode the previous clip Clock: To use the current clock time as the timecode...
  • Page 128 LENS Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Flare R Flare Adjust the flare (R). –99 to +99 (±0) Adjusting the flare for a lens G Flare Adjust the flare (G). –99 to +99 (±0) B Flare Adjust the flare (B). –99 to +99 (±0) R Flare EX Adjust the flare (R) (when an extender is in use).

  • Page 129: Others Menu

    OTHERS Menu OTHERS Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents All Reset Execute/Cancel Select “Execute” to reset the camcorder to the factory status. Resetting to the factory status Camera Data Store Select “Execute” to store the setting values in an SxS memory Execute/Cancel card.
  • Page 130 OTHERS Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Assign Button <1> Assign a function to the ASSIGN button of the corresponding Off / Marker / Last Clip DEL / number. Assigning ATW / Rec Review / Rec / The selectable functions are common. functions to the Freeze Mix / Expanded Focus / Marker: For turning the markers on/off...
  • Page 131 OTHERS Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Battery Alarm Low BATT Set the battery level at which the Low BATT warning is 5% / 10% / 15% / ... / 45% / generated (in steps of 5%). Setting the low power alarm BATT Empty Set the battery level at which the BATT Empty warning is...
  • Page 132 OTHERS Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Trigger Mode Internal / Both / External Internal: To activate recording start/stop operations only for an SxS memory card in a built-in slot. Setting whether to Both: To activate recording start/stop operations both for an trigger recording SxS memory card in a built-in slot and the external start/stop for an...
  • Page 133 OTHERS Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Version Vx.xx The current software version of the camcorder is displayed. Showing the version of this unit If clips cannot be played back, updating the managerial file on the card may improve the condition.

  • Page 134: Connecting External Devices

    Connecting External Devices Connecting External Monitors To display recording/playback pictures on an an appropriate cable for the monitor to be external monitor, select the output signal and use connected. LO CK AS E RE LE ON EN CO MP OU T CH -2 CH -1 O OU...
  • Page 135 To display the menus and status information on Images of 50P/50i/25P are output as PAL signals, the connected monitor those of 59.94P/59.94i/29.97P are output as NTSC signals, and those of 23.98P are output as Set “Video Out Display” (page 124) of the 2-3 pulled-down NTSC signals.

  • Page 136: Operating Clips With A Computer

    For support information for the driver, visit the Supply the operating power independently. following URL: http://www.sony.net/SxS-Support/ To check the connection to the camcorder Turn the camcorder on by setting the to the ExpressCard power switch to CAMERA or MEDIA.
  • Page 137 (User's Guide) contained in the supplied CD-ROM. needed.) For information on the dedicated application Note software, visit Sony professional products web site. The following operations must be eliminated Using a nonlinear editing system when the access lamp is lit in red.

  • Page 138: Connecting An External Device (I.link Connection)

    Set the external device to recording Connecting an External standby status. For operations of the external device, refer to Device (i.LINK the operation manual of that device. Connection) Set the camcorder to Camera mode by setting the power switch to CAMERA. When an HDV-compatible video format (SP Press the REC START/STOP button.

  • Page 139: Recording External Input Signals

    such a signal using the nonlinear editing system, Press the REC START/STOP button on a malfunction may occur, depending on the the handle. nonlinear editing software in use. Recording begins. • If you specify a search speed other than 4 or 15 Notes times normal with the nonlinear editing system, no i.LINK signal is fed out.

  • Page 140: About I.link

    IEEE 1394 proposed by Sony, is a trademark supported by many companies worldwide. IEEE 1394 is an international standard defined by IEEE, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc.

  • Page 141: External Synchronization

    External Synchronization GENLOCK IN When multiple units of the PMW-EX3 are used in the same shooting location, recording can be made in synchronization with a specific reference signal, and the timecode can be matched among all the units. 75-ohm coaxial...

  • Page 142: Operating Via The Remote Connector

    To release the external timecode synchronization Operating via the Change the “Timecode” setting of the TC/UB REMOTE Connector SET menu or turn off the camcorder. External synchronization is also released when you start recording in a special recording mode When the optional RM-B750/B150/B170 (Slow &...

  • Page 143: Operating The Menus Of The Camcorder

    • The following controls of the camcorder The menu of the camcorder appears on the becomes inoperative when the Remote Control monitor screen connected via the MONITOR Unit is connected. connector of the RM-B150/B170. —GAIN switch Select and set the menu items using the —WHITE BAL switch MENU SELECT knob and the —SHUTTER switch...
  • Page 144 CAMERA SET Color Bar Type F l i c ker Reduce Zoom Speed I n t e r val Rec Frame Rec 00:00 S&Q Mot i on Set t i ng : O f f Rec Review : 3sec Frame Rate : 30 Set “Setting”...

  • Page 145: Functions Operable Via The Remote Connector (Camera Mode)

    Functions Operable via the REMOTE Connector (Camera Mode) When the camcorder is set to Camera mode, the B750, RCP-1501) on the Remote Control Unit, in following functions can be made using the addition to menu operations. controls, the switches, or the touch panel (RM- RM-B150 / RM-B170 Function Operation on the camcorder...
  • Page 146 RM-B750 / RCP-1001 / RCP-1501 Function Operation on the camcorder Operation on Operation on the RM-B750 the RCP- 1001/1501 Menu ON/OFF MENU button Master gain selection GAIN switch CAMERA SET menu c Gain Setup Gain adjustment Step gain selection Color bar signal output ON/OFF CAM/BAR button Shutter ON/OFF SHUTTER switch + CAMERA SET menu...
  • Page 147 The changes becomes valid and reflected on the Notes Picture Profile menu. • The following menu and knob/switch • If the control knobs on the Remote Control Unit operations on the Remote Control Unit are is set to Absolute mode, the corresponding enabled when the menu of the camcorder is not items cannot be changed on the Picture Profile displayed.
  • Page 148 RM-B750 / RCP-1001 / RCP-1501 Picture Profile item Operation on the Operation on the RM-B750 RCP-1001/1501 Matrix Setting Level R-G, R-B, G-R, G-B, B-R, B-G Detail Setting Level Frequency Crispening H/V Ratio White Limiter Black Limiter Knee APT Level Skin Tone Detail Setting Level Area Indication...

  • Page 149: Appendixes

    In such a case, stop using it Note about the battery terminal and contact your dealer or a Sony service The battery terminal of this unit (the connector for representative.
  • Page 150 To prevent electromagnetic interference from Aliasing portable communications devices When fine patterns, stripes, or lines are shot, they The use of portable telephones and other may appear jagged or flicker. communications devices near this unit can result Flicker in malfunctions and interference with audio and If recording is made under lighting produced by video signals.

  • Page 151: Formats And Limitations Of Outputs

    Note on wearing the shoulder strap Formats and Limitations Before use, make sure the shoulder strap and its of Outputs hooks are not damaged. The camcorder may drop causing injury if the shoulder strap is damaged. Video Formats and Output Formats The format of output signals from the COMPONENT OUT connector and the SDI...

  • Page 152: Limitations Of Outputs

    When the frame rate setting of the video format format shown below according to the video is 50i/50P/25P format of the playback clip and the “YPbPr/SDI Out Select” setting (HD or SD) of the VIDEO Clip format Output format SET menu. YPbPr Out YPbPr Out The SDI OUT connector outputs serial digital...

  • Page 153: Lens File Operations

    Adjust the white balance. Lens File Operations Press the MENU button to set the camcorder to Menu mode and select the LENS menu with Select “Flare” and set the flare Up to 6 lens files can be used with this camcorder. compensation values for R, G, and B.

  • Page 154: Backup Battery

    LENS Backup Battery YH12x4.8IRS Au t o FB ADJ Lens I D F i l e Recal l F l a r e S t ore Shad i ng F i l e I D : U1: User_Fi l e 1 00:00 No O f f set This camcorder uses a backup battery to retain...
  • Page 155 Replacing the backup battery Notes • Be sure to set the power switch to OFF when replacing the backup battery. • Be careful not to drop the removed screw into the camcorder. Open the cover of the backup battery holder on the bottom by loosening the screw, and remove the battery.

  • Page 156: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Operating Power Symptoms Cause Remedy The camcorder does not No battery pack is mounted and no Mount a battery pack (page 27) or connect an AC power on when you set power is supplied to the DC IN power using the BC-U1/U2 (page 28). the power switch either to connector.

  • Page 157: External Devices

    External Devices Symptoms Cause Remedy The equipment connected It sometimes takes time for the Wait for about 15 seconds. If the connected to the camcorder via an connected equipment to recognize equipment still does not react, do the following: i.LINK connection does the operation.

  • Page 158: Error/Warning Indications

    Rapidly The camcorder may be defective. flashing Turn off the power and consult Sony service personnel. (If power cannot be turned off by setting the power switch to OFF, remove both the battery pack and the DC IN source.) Warning Indications When one of the following indications is generated, follow the message to clear the problem.
  • Page 159 Warning indication Buzzer Tally Cause and measures in the viewfinder lamps A partitioned memory card or one that contains recorded clips Unknown Media(A) exceeding the number permitted with this camcorder is loaded. Please Change. This card cannot be used with this camcorder. Remove it and load a compatible card.

  • Page 160: Mpeg-2 Video Patent Portfolio License

    MPEG-2 Video Patent Specifications Portfolio License ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN General CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE Power requirements MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING DC 12 V VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED Power consumption WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER Approx.

  • Page 161: Camera Block

    Continuous operation time (recording) Horizontal resolution With the BP-U60 1000TV lines or more (with HQ 1080, Approx. 210 min. HD SDI output) With the BP-U30 Gain Approx. 100 min. –3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18 dB, AGC Mass Shutter speed Camcorder: 1.9 kg (4 lb 2 oz) sec.

  • Page 162: Supplied Lens (Vcl-614B2X)

    MIC: –11 dBu to –65 dBu (6dB steps) Zoom ratio 14× (Reference level: 0 dBu=0.775 Vrms) Maximum relative aperture DC IN connector 1:1.9 DC jack (1) Iris Output connectors Auto/Manual selectable F1.9 to F16 and C (close) SDI OUT connector BNC type (1), conforming to Focus SMPTE292M/259M standards...
  • Page 163 STORAGE SYSTEMS OR ANY OTHER MEDIA OR STORAGE SYSTEMS TO RECORD CONTENT OF ANY TYPE. • Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT...

  • Page 164: Index

    BATTERY INFO display Index Battery Pack BATTERY RELEASE button BATTERY/MEDIA Status Bayonet Mount lens 27, 28 BC-U1/U2 Black AC adaptor black balance AC power source Black Gamma ACCESS lamps BP-U30 add shot marks BP-U60 AF mode BRIGHT control 59, 60 AGC mode BRT DISP All Clips DEL...
  • Page 165 Fixed gain mode Fixed Shutter mode Date/Time flange focal length DC cable clamp Flare DC IN connector 69, 120 Flicker Reduce DC IN Power focus delete a clip Focus ring DELETE CLIP 50, 132 Format Media delete shot marks Formatting Detail Frame Rec Frame Recording...
  • Page 166 73, 101 IRIS button MONITOR VOL buttons iris opening Iris ring IRIS switch ND filter switch ND filters 20, 116 Jog dial NEXT button 19, 116 Joystick OK mark Knee OK MARK ADD OK MARK DEL One-Push Auto Focusing One-Push Auto Iris Language OTHERS Menu 77, 96...
  • Page 167 Tally lamps 70, 127 TC Format 121, 143 S&Q Motion TC IN connector Safety Area TC/UB SET Menu Safety Zone 71, 100 TC/U-BIT/DURATION button SBAC-US10 99, 101 THUMBNAIL button SDHC card Thumbnail Screen SDI OUT connector 30, 129 Time Zone SEL/SET button Timecode SEL/SET dial...
  • Page 168 zebra patterns Zebra Select Zebra1 Level zoom ZOOM button Zoom Position Zoom ring Zoom Speed Zoom speed switch ZOOM switch Index...

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